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Square Enix announced a 10-minute Update from the Dragon Quest team live stream to celebrate the series' 40th anniversary, with no specific details shared yet but expectations of future announcements, including a possible Nintendo Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI.
Rumours suggest Dragon Quest Day 2026 (May 27) will feature multiple major reveals, including a potential reappearance of Dragon Quest 12: The Flames of Fate and whispers of a Dragon Quest 8 remake/remaster. Eight unlisted videos on Square Enix’s Dragon Quest YouTube playlist have sparked speculation about trailers. A livestream is planned (likely prioritizing Japanese viewers), with Push Square promising coverage as details are announced. Nothing is confirmed yet.
Square Enix released a 10-minute Making-of video for Dragon Quest VII Reimagined, featuring producer Takeshi Ichikawa, director Masato Yagi, and writer Sayaka Takagi, who discuss the remake’s development challenges and what fans can expect; the game is available on PS5, Xbox Series, Switch 2, Switch, and PC via Steam and the Microsoft Store.
Final Fantasy VII Rebirth’s PS5 Platinum Trophy was deemed excessively demanding by director Naoki Hamaguchi, who said the requirement to perfectly complete virtually every element created unwanted pressure; for the upcoming third installment, the trophy list is planned to be more reasonable and balanced with more diverse content and a focus on enjoyment rather than forcing everything, and mitigations are being considered for the current lists. The 7-Star Hotel trophy was the toughest hurdle, with estimates of 150–200 hours to 100% the game.
Square Enix’s HD-2D action RPG The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales receives several final previews, with outlets praising its Zelda-inspired dungeon design, time-travel mechanics, and optional fairy companion. A prologue/demo is now on the Switch 2 eShop, ahead of the full release on June 18, 2026 for Switch 2 and other platforms.
Square Enix released a Prologue Demo for The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales on Switch 2 and other platforms, letting players transfer their save data to the full game when it releases on June 18, 2026; the demo covers the opening chapter with action-based battles and fairy support, as part of a broader rollout of Switch 2 demos that also includes Final Fantasy VII Rebirth.
Final Fantasy creator Hironobu Sakaguchi reacted positively to an AI-generated video imagining a remake of Final Fantasy VI, sparking a debate about AI art in games as some fans praise the concept while others push back; Akitoshi Kawazu urged caution, and interest in a potential FF6 remake persists.
The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales showcases how thoughtful minigames can elevate a Zelda-inspired action-RPG. Team Asano weaves five ability-based minigames tied to Elliot and his fairy Faie (including Teleport, Ignite, and Sprint) plus a cat-hunting side quest, rewarding players with soundtrack vinyls and other bonuses. The piece also notes how Switch 2 demos — like two JoyCon mouse-driven minigames in a Bravely Default remaster — illustrate the potential of micro-challenges to enrich Square Enix RPGs, while praising the game's expansive world, time-travel twist, and goofy charm that echo classic JRPGs.
A hands-on preview of The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales shows a Zelda-inspired HD-2D action RPG from Square Enix that blends classic dungeon puzzles with modern depth. The demo highlights open-world exploration, time-shifting Ages, a modular combat system using Magicite upgrades, and Faie the companion adding unique abilities, all wrapped in lush, living environments. With strong visuals and a familiar yet fresh Zelda feel, the game is slated to launch on Switch 2 on June 18.
Yuji Horii announced a May 27 Dragon Quest 40th-anniversary livestream to showcase the next Dragon Quest title and other reveals, with a potential Switch 2 version of Dragon Quest XI S teased as well.
FFVII Rebirth on Switch 2 uses DLSS to dynamically scale internal resolution, hitting up to 1344×756 (1656? no, keep as 1344×756) in handheld and 1920×1080 in docked (with lower bounds of 672×380 and 960×540 respectively). The approach mirrors Remake and balances rendering load across the game’s larger open world rather than cranking native resolution; a free eShop demo is available ahead of its June 3, 2026 release. Director Naoki Hamaguchi notes he’s completed over 40 full playthroughs during development, and while some textures appear slightly lower-res in the demo, impressions are largely positive and a full interview is coming.
Final Fantasy VII Remake director Naoki Hamaguchi revealed in an interview that he has already completed over 40 full playthroughs of the third game to ensure a polished experience. With no release date or full title announced yet, the team is aiming to maintain cadence between Remake, Rebirth, and the final installment, including recent Switch 2 ports to keep fans engaged.
IGN via GVG reports that the Nintendo Switch 2 version of Final Fantasy VII Rebirth cuts interior decor and background props and reduces town crowd density to maintain a stable framerate, with fans reacting to the compromises and Digital Foundry expected to analyze the port later.
Square Enix says Final Fantasy VII Remake Part 3 reveal is actively being prepared, with development on schedule as the team ports Rebirth to Xbox Series X|S and Switch 2; the third game’s name is reportedly decided internally, and a formal unveiling is expected at upcoming events, fueling fan anticipation for the trilogy’s finale.
Square Enix says Final Fantasy VII Rebirth is heading to Switch 2 and Xbox Series X|S on June 3, 2026, and Part 3 of the trilogy—now officially titled—is progressing on time with a 2027 release window and preparations for an official announcement underway.